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121 - ATPL - After take-off the slats (when installed) are always retracted later than the flaps. Why?

Question 121 - Principles of Flight - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license

Because VMCA with SLATS EXTENDED is more favourable compared to the FLAPS EXTENDED situation

Because SLATS EXTENDED provides a better view from the cockpit than FLAPS EXTENDED

Because FLAPS EXTENDED gives a large decrease in stall speed with relatively less drag

Because SLATS EXTENDED gives a large decrease in stall speed with relatively less drag

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